Health & Wellness

If you're trying to be more conscious of what you eat but you have a hard time counting calories and scrutinizing what you consume, you may benefit from this list of food swaps. It's really just a matter of buying the healthier versions but this list is a good place to start.

Instead of bacon, eat lean ham or turkey bacon.

Instead of butter, eat light spread margarines.

Instead of canned cream soups, eat canned broth-based soups.

Instead of chicken or turkey with skin, eat chicken or turkey without skin.

In Season

The end of the year is a festive time, with plenty of festive food. But come January 1, there is widespread resolve to live healthier lives, and make healthier choices about what, and how much we are eating. There is no need to sacrifice enjoyment of your food simply because you are shifting to a healthier menu. Work with winter's refreshing variety of fresh produce and add some new spices for flavor sensations that are sure to keep things interesting.